Position Summary: The Network Engineer's role is to ensure the stability, security, and integrity of all network related equipment and technologies. The Network Engineer is responsible for the design, installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communications infrastructure. This individual will also analyze and resolve network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion and provide end user training where required. The Information Technology department supports all centralized computing, networking and technical support on the Durango Campus. The IT department consists of 6 teams and 30 staff. The Network Engineer is a member of the 3-person Networking and Infrastructure Team reporting to the Manager of Networking and Infrastructure. Job Description: Essential Functions and Responsibilities: * Design, deploy, and administer the college network environment consisting of network switches, routers, firewalls, wireless networks, Data Center equipment and other network related hardware * Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes * Monitor network performance and provide diagnosis and resolution of network system problems * Collaborate with executive management and department leaders to assess near- and long-term network capacity needs * Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records that reflect current configurations and environment * Ensure reliability for all wired and wireless network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, other network appliances and end user devices * Develop, implement and maintain documented policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration, usage, and disaster recovery * Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry * Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information * Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports * Oversee new installations and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades * Respond to security incidents in a professional and timely manner. Works as part of the incident response team * Participate in training to stay abreast of relevant network and network security technology * Participate in staff meetings, technical work sessions, user/technical groups and presentations * Communicate with the Manager on a regular basis to review and plan projects and support cases, provide technical consultation and summarize completed work * Adhere to change management policy and procedure before making impactful changes to the network * Mentor and assist junior team members as appropriate * Perform other duties as assigned Required Education, Specialized Skills and Experience: * Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline * Four or more years of professional experience in the Information Systems field, including providing enerprise level network support can be substituted for the bachelor's degree * Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices * Experience with Cisco IOS and/or Aruba AOS/CX * Experience configuring and maintaining enterprise wireless networks, Aruba Central preferred * Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment * Ability to work effectively with other staff members and users. * Experience developing and maintaining up-to-date procedural and configuration documentation Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience: * Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in the field of computer science, computer information systems, information management, or related discipline * Experience with advanced engineering and support services of a campus data network environment consisting of data center Aruba switching, NGFW solutions, micro segmentation, VPN, NAT/PAT, and BGP configuration * Proficient with packet capture and network performance analysis * Experience with Cisco UCCX, Teams, or similar VoIP system * Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy, Domain Controllers and related DHCP and DNS IP provisioning * Experience with installation and maintenance of Linux based applications running on Linux based operating systems * Experience with Network Security Incident response and monitoring * Experience with Aruba switching and wireless * Experience with SD-WAN solutions * Expert knowledge in IP configuration, OSPF/EIGRP static and dynamic routing, link aggregation, and troubleshooting Work Environment: * Typical office environment, also working in multiple Telco room locations all over campus * Will work extended hours, evenings and weekends to meet project deadlines or other technical responsibilities * Will be on call * Not a remote/telecommute position Physical Demands: * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install network and telecommunications equipment * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work * Working in confined spaces (Training Required) * Light to moderate lifting is required Travel: Less than 5% is expected for this position. Travel may include attending conferences, training and remote site support. FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work/ and Salary Range: * Exempt * Full Time. * Permanent * Full Year * 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, occasional work outside of these hours to meet project deadlines/cutovers Compensation The salary range is $70,000 to $77,500, per year for this part-time position, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Application Process A complete application packet includes: * Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position * Resume * Names and contact information for three current, professional references Applicant materials received by 11:59 PM on June 8th, 2025, will receive full consideration. The successful candidate will be required to submit original, official college transcripts, and pass a background check. About Fort Lewis College: On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado's premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC's academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals. A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the education they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business, education, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff. Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango Notice to Prospective Employees: The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about: * Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy * Sexual assault policy * Campus security policies * Campus/community resources * The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment * Where to find registered sex offender information * Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years * Reporting crimes The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways: By going to the internet website at: www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331. Equal Opportunity Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE. Discrimination Questions? Office of Compliance and Community Standards David Pirrone, Director of Compliance 165 Education Business Hall 1000 Rim Drive Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-7182 [email protected] Questions about Title IX sex discrimination? Office of the Title IX Coordinator Madeleine Gillman, Assistant Director of Compliance and Title IX Coordinator 230 Skyhawk Station 1000 Rim Drive Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-7049 [email protected] Information about Fort Lewis College's alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request. * Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education. ADAA Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email [email protected] at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.